{"id":20294,"date":"2024-05-03T14:05:43","date_gmt":"2024-05-03T19:05:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sail.ca\/blog\/?p=20294"},"modified":"2024-05-13T07:45:04","modified_gmt":"2024-05-13T12:45:04","slug":"crappie-fishing-techniques-and-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sail.ca\/blog\/crappie-fishing-techniques-and-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Crappie fishing techniques & tips"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":9,"featured_media":20333,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[231],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-20294","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-fishing"],"acf":{"post_flexible_content":[{"acf_fc_layout":"text_content","content_anchor":false,"anchor_link_text":"","text_content":"There are a lot of things to like about crappie fishing. These fish fight hard, are great to eat and pack just the right amount of challenge to keep anglers of all skill levels engaged and coming back for more. Here\u2019s what you need to know to start catching crappie in Ontario and Qu\u00e9bec. <\/b>Crappie fishing success begins with\u2026 <\/b>Understanding a crappie\u2019s preferred habitats and a bit about their behaviour are critical to consistently catching these fish. Here are a few important things to know about crappie.<\/b>"},{"acf_fc_layout":"content_anchors_list","anchors_section_title":"In this article, you will learn more about:"},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_content","content_anchor":false,"anchor_link_text":"","text_content":"

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Where to catch crappie<\/b><\/h2>\r\n\"Where\r\n\r\nCrappie can be found in many of the same areas as other panfish, like <\/span>yellow perch<\/span><\/a> and bluegill. One reliable strategy for fishing crappie in Ontario and Qu\u00e9bec is fishing large, fertile bays and weed flats.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\nWhere crappie position within these areas has a lot to do with the time of year.<\/span>\r\n\r\nAnglers can expect to find crappie shallow in spring.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\nFish move in to feed, then spawn along sandy shorelines and other soft-bottom, shallow areas containing fallen timber, standing vegetation and other cover.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\nCome summer, crappie often linger within fertile areas, gradually shifting towards deeper weed edges in some lakes. Crappie may also move to deeper structures or suspend over deep flats.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe summertime, deep-water pattern often continues on many waterbodies in autumn, seeing crappie concentrating around deep flats and deep, healthy weeds as water temperatures drop.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\nMany of the same rules apply when looking for crappie in rivers. Large back bays and shorelines away from main river current, as well as tributaries are a few places to look. In fall, crappie will want to be near (not necessarily in) deep water, which can see them sliding into a deep hole within a large bay, for instance.<\/span>"},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_content","content_anchor":true,"anchor_link_text":"What do crappie eat","text_content":"

What do crappie eat<\/b><\/h2>\r\nCrappie eat a variety of things. Minnows, freshwater shrimp, aquatic and terrestrial insects, crayfish and leeches are just a few items on the menu.<\/span>\r\n\r\nOpportunistic feeders, crappie can rarely resist a well-presented fishing lure within striking distance. But make no mistake, crappie have a reputation of being selective biters, so experimenting with different presentations is part of the game.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe good news, though, is crappie are a schooling fish. Once you find them and figure out how to make them bite, you\u2019re often in for steady fishing action.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n

Two traits to know<\/b><\/h3>\r\nThere are dozens of useful crappie facts worth knowing. Two nuggets guaranteed to help you catch more fish are that crappie often suspend and attack prey from below. As such, anglers must learn fishing techniques for targeting suspending fish, which we discuss next.<\/span>"},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_content","content_anchor":true,"anchor_link_text":"Best fishing techniques for crappie","text_content":"

Best fishing techniques for crappie<\/b><\/h2>\r\n

Casting<\/b><\/h3>\r\nWhether fishing from a boat or from shore, casting a <\/span>jig rigged<\/span><\/a> with either a soft plastic or live-bait will catch crappie. A lift-fall or a slow swim-and-shake retrieve are both deadly. We\u2019ll save the many nuances of crappie jig retrieves for another, more in-depth crappie fishing blog.<\/span>\r\n\r\nAs mentioned, crappie are notorious for suspending. It\u2019s common to find them hovering several feet over weed tops on an overcast spring day. At dusk during summer or autumn, suspending crappie regularly swarm weed flats in search of food.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\nCatching suspending crappie using casting techniques can be done a couple ways. One option is to countdown a sinking bait, like a jig and plastic or a sinking hard-bait, like a Rapala CountDown or CountDown Elite. After the lure hits the water, count it down for a certain number of seconds until it reaches bottom or the top of weeds and then begin the retrieve. Next cast, let it fall a few seconds less to fish higher in the water column. Continue with this method to fully work the water column and until you determine the depth of biting fish.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\nCasting and retrieving a diving crankbait is another way to catch suspending crappie from shallow to mid-depth areas. It\u2019s not uncommon for crappie to hit a lure when it\u2019s moving, but adding pauses during the retrieve can trigger more strikes.<\/span>\r\n

Float fishing<\/b><\/h3>\r\nSlip floats are must-haves for crappie fishing. A float lets you suspend a jig rigged with a plastic or tipped with live bait at a specific depth. This can then be adjusted by moving the slip float stopper\u2019s position on the line. Experimenting with different depths using a float helps determine the depth where crappie are feeding. Once you do, a float is great because it keeps your bait in the strike zone, helping you catch a ton of fish.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\nAnother great thing about a float crappie rig is it\u2019s a great tool for keeping a crappie jig above weeds, wood, rocks and other snags. A float also acts as a strike indicator.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\nFishing a jig beneath a float is pretty straightforward. After splashdown, let the ripples dissipate for a few seconds. Next, use the rod to twitch or pull the float forward anywhere from a couple inches to two feet or so. Let it rest for a few more seconds, then move it again.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\nTip:<\/b> Match the float size to jig weight, so the bobber easily slips under the water when a fish bites. Add split shot sinkers as needed to adjust the rig\u2019s buoyancy.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n

Vertical jigging<\/b><\/h3>\r\nCrappie suspending over deep water in summer and autumn can be caught by vertically jigging spoons, jigs and gliding lures, like Rapala Jigging Raps \u2014 the type of <\/span>baits often used for ice fishing<\/span><\/a> crappie. This type of fishing is best done with a fish finder to determine the depth where crappie are within the water column, so you can jig your bait above the school. A basic lift-fall-shake-pause recipe is tough to beat most days.<\/span>\r\n

Trolling<\/b><\/h3>\r\nTrolling is a great way to cover water and catch a pile of crappie from shallow flats or weed beds. Diving crankbaits and minnowbaits work well.<\/span>\r\n\r\nA small spinner rig tipped with a real or artificial minnow, leech or piece of worm is another great trolling presentation for crappie. A small bullet weight placed in front of a swivel may be needed to get the bait down to where crappie fish are holding. Getting the spinner ticking weeds and then lifting the <\/span>rod<\/span><\/a> tip a couple feet is a good place to begin when trying to decipher what crappie are up to within weed beds.<\/span>"},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_content","content_anchor":true,"anchor_link_text":"Best lures and jigs for catching crappie","text_content":"

Best lures and jigs for catching crappie<\/b><\/h2>\r\n\"Best\r\n\r\nPanfish or finesse jigs between 1\/16- to 1\/4-ounces are crappie fishing essentials. The Northland Thumper Jig<\/a>, VMC Neon Moon Eye<\/a> and Z-Man Finesse ShroomZ<\/a> and Micro Finesse ShroomZ<\/a> are some to consider.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\nJigs can be used to to fish live-bait as well as <\/span>soft plastics<\/span><\/a> between 1.5 to 3 inches. The Berkley Gulp! Minnow<\/a>, CrushCity Creeper<\/a> and CrushCity Suspect<\/a>, Mister Twister Micro Crayfish and Meeny<\/a>, Mizmo Panfish Tube<\/a>, Strike King Mr. Crappie Slabalicious,<\/a> and Z-Man<\/a> StringZ, Shad FryZ and LarvaZ are just a few crappie soft plastics.<\/span>\r\n\r\nJigs pre-rigged with soft bait are also good. Examples include the Berkley PowerBait Atomic Rigged Tube Bait<\/a>, Johnson Crappie Buster Spin R Grub<\/a>, Northland Mimic Minnow Shad<\/a>, VMC and VMC Wingding Spin Jig Head<\/a>.<\/span>\r\n\r\nYou\u2019ll also want some 1.5 to 3 inch crankbaits and minnowbaits. The Berkley Flicker Shad, Rapala\u2019s Original Floater, Shad Rap, CountDown and CountDown Elite, and Yo-Zuri 3DS Crank SSR are some examples.<\/span>\r\n\r\nDeep jigging crappie is best done using #3<\/a> and #5<\/a> Rapala Jigging Raps and <\/span>small spoons<\/span><\/a>, like the Acme Kastmaster, Northland UV Macho Minnow or VMC Rattle Spoon. A jig or a drop-shot rig paired with live bait or a plastic minnow can also be effective.<\/span>"},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_content","content_anchor":true,"anchor_link_text":"Crappie fishing rods, reels and line","text_content":"

Crappie fishing rods, reels and line<\/b><\/h2>\r\nA 6\u2019 to 7\u2019 light power, fast action spinning rod rated for <\/span>lures<\/span><\/a> between 1\/16 to 1\/4 ounces will fit the bill for most anglers looking for a do-it-all crappie fishing rod. Pair this with a quality <\/span>spinning reel<\/span><\/a> in the 1000 to 2000 size range.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\nChoosing the best <\/span>fishing line<\/span><\/a> for crappie is not a clearcut decision. By and large, 4- to 6-pound monofilament is excellent for many crappie fishing scenarios. However, if extremely long casts and deep-water sensitivity are critical to how and where you\u2019re fishing, consider 5- to 8-pound braid outfitted with a <\/span>monofilament<\/span><\/a> or <\/span>fluorocarbon<\/span><\/a> leader.<\/span>"},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_content","content_anchor":true,"anchor_link_text":"Crappie fishing essentials","text_content":"

Crappie fishing essentials<\/b><\/h2>\r\nA set of <\/span>polarized glasses<\/span><\/a> is critical for seeing underwater shallow cover holding crappie and fishing areas effectively.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\nTackle trays and a soft <\/span>tackle bag \/ tackle box<\/span><\/a> are important items for keeping fishing lures, terminal tackle and tools organized.<\/span>\r\n\r\nPliers and forceps for <\/span>hook<\/span><\/a> removal, scissors for cutting line and a hook file for touching up hook points.<\/span>\r\n\r\nA quality <\/span>fillet knife<\/span><\/a> is needed for proper fish preparation if harvesting crappie for dinner. A cooler and ice for properly storing fish between the lake and home are also recommended.<\/span>\r\n\r\nA <\/span>cooler<\/span><\/a>, or a bait container, and ice packs are useful for keeping worms and leeches in good shape. 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